Yeah I think diversity would add to the mod. Deep in my heart, I know I should concede because I'm pretty confident it would be the most fun I've ever had on the mod, but 2H cav could use some love, if only in the category of diversity. If its an unfair upkeep issue, couldn't they jack up the price on the sword? It would make sense due to the high material cost and craftsmanship of the things. Lance cav would still be generally superior or equal, and each serve their purposes.
Also Okkam - shortened military scythe gets +++ style points, and its not OP, i can totally agree with that. Also, in the sense of balancing for strategus (which I know the devs are really taking into consideration with these patches), dadao's are incredible for the value in strategus, with such high length, damage, and balance.
Glad you guys agree on the long iron mace, at least.